Learning Modules For Finite Element Method On The World Wide Web

Abstract

Web based learning modules have been developed for linear algebra, single degree of freedom spring, bar element, beam element and industrial applications of FEM.These modules can be accessed by students and engineers twenty-four hours a day since they reside on a World-Wide Web server.This paper will review the format of the bar and beam element learning modules and the experiences of the first author in integrating all five modules into the introductory undergraduate finite element course at WPI.The issue of student feedback is also addressed.